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Amanda R.

Dwight, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
My calling to care for others stems from a deep-seated desire to champion the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. For the past three years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care, adapting to changing routines and handling challenging situations with patience and empathy. I am highly skilled at...
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South Wilmington, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
My name is Jessica. I live in South Wilmington. I am married with two children, two under two!! :) I have been working in a nursing home since 2018. My first 4 years I worked as the Activity Director and the last 3 years I am working as the Social Services Director. I love socializing with the elderly - being that listening ear...
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South Wilmington, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Jessica. I live in South Wilmington. I am married with two children, 2-year-old son and 9-month-old daughter. :) I have been working in a nursing home since 2018. My first 4 years I worked as the Activity Director and the last 3 years I am working as the Social Services Director. All through high school and...
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Household Helper

Gardner, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Need your furry friend walked? Laundry lurking in the corner staring you down? Kids with impossible schedules? Someone to child mind while you enjoy an afternoon trip to Target or a lunch with friends? I'm your girl. Sometimes it helps to have the extra hands to make a task less daunting or to take it off your plate entirely! As...
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Full Time Caregiver

Pontiac, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years experience caring for seniors with severe Alzheimer's. I also have 16 years of experience with a traumatic brain injury victim. I had my Certified Nurses Assistant License until last year, and was taking care of a private care patient 24 hours a day and was not able to do the 8 hours of re-certification that...

Kimberly C. says "I am so thankful for Tammy. She has been helping me get my house in order. Catching up on things I can no longer do. She is compassionate and...

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Braceville, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Pet sitting
pet transportation
I'm keyaisa, an experienced pet sitter with over three years of dedicated service. Growing up surrounded by various animals and participating in 4-H Wisconsin, I've developed a profound connection with pets. Specializing in dog care, I offer services like walking, playtime, and feeding. My two friendly, high-energy dogs have...
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Kinsman, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Samantha and I am looking to add clients to my schedule. I offer a range of services from basic cleanings to deep cleans and organization projects.
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Pontiac, IL

from
$13/hr
Errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
Dedicated and compassionate senior care provider with a genuine passion for improving the lives of elderly individuals. I strongly believe that every senior deserves to age with dignity, respect, and love, and I am committed to offering the highest level of care and support to make their lives comfortable and fulfilling. Even...
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Braceville, IL

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$29/hr
4 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
organization
window washing
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Jessica, and I have been providing professional house cleaning services for over five years. I am currently looking to fill a few openings in my schedule and am primarily seeking bi-weekly clients, though I also offer monthly cleanings. I am detail-oriented, thorough, kind, and trustworthy. I would be happy...
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  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Dwight, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Dwight, IL, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Dwight, IL is $21.00 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Dwight, IL. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Dwight, IL, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Dwight, IL, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.

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